Arizona Veteran Benefits
Discover 16 state benefits available to Arizona veterans based on your disability rating and service history.
Benefit Categories in Arizona
🏛️Tax Benefits(3)
Military Retirement Pay State Income Tax Exemption
Any Veteran100% of military retirement pay is exempt from Arizona state income tax.
Value: Full retirement pay exemption
Learn more →Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption (Partial Disability)
10%+Property tax exemption proportional to disability percentage for veterans with 10% or higher service-connected disability.
Value: Proportional exemption (no assessed value cap for veterans)
Learn more →Full Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Full property tax exemption with no assessed value cap for 100% total and permanently disabled veterans.
Value: Full property tax exemption
Learn more →🎓Education & Training(1)
Tuition Waiver Scholarship (Purple Heart + 50% Disability)
50%+Full tuition waiver at Arizona public universities and community colleges. Requires BOTH a Purple Heart AND a 50%+ service-connected disability rating.
Value: Full tuition waiver
Learn more →🏥Healthcare(1)
Arizona State Veteran Homes (Skilled Nursing Care)
Any VeteranState-operated skilled nursing facilities at three locations: Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff.
Learn more →💼Employment(1)
Veterans Hiring Preference (State/County/City Jobs)
Any Veteran5 points for veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans on state, county, and city merit system employment exams.
Learn more →🚗Transportation(2)
Arizona Veteran Specialty License Plates
Any VeteranSpecialty license plates for veterans with various military branch and service recognition options.
Learn more →Vehicle License Tax & Registration Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Full waiver of vehicle license tax and registration fees on one vehicle for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.
Value: Free registration
Learn more →🌲Recreation & Parks(3)
Reduced-Fee Hunting & Fishing License (Disabled Veterans)
Any VeteranReduced-fee combo hunting/fishing license for veterans with any service-connected disability; $28 for Purple Heart recipients.
Value: $28-$42/year
Learn more →Free Hunting & Fishing License (100% Disabled)
100%+Free combo hunting/fishing license for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.
Value: Free annually
Learn more →Free State Parks Day-Use Pass (100% Disabled)
100%+Free annual day-use pass to all Arizona State Parks for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.
Value: Free annual pass
Learn more →⚑Burial & Memorial(1)
State Veterans Memorial Cemeteries (Free Burial)
Any VeteranNo-cost burial including gravesite, opening/closing, concrete liner, marker, and perpetual care at state veterans cemeteries.
Value: Free burial
Learn more →📋Other Benefits(4)
Veteran Designation on Driver License/ID
Any VeteranFree veteran designation on Arizona driver license, permit, or ID card.
Learn more →Arizona Military Family Relief Fund
Any VeteranUp to $3,000 one-time emergency assistance ($20,000 lifetime limit) for veterans experiencing financial hardship.
Value: Up to $3,000 per event
Learn more →Free Veteran Benefits Counseling
Any VeteranFree claims assistance, VA application preparation, and benefits counseling from ADVS Veteran Benefits Counselors.
Learn more →Free Driver License (100% Disabled)
100%+No fee for driver license issuance or renewal for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.
Learn more →2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates
Monthly payment amounts effective December 1, 2025. These federal rates apply to all Arizona veterans.
| Rating | Veteran Alone | With Spouse |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | $180.42 |
| 20% | $356.66 | $356.66 |
| 30% | $552.47 | $617.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $882.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $1,241.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $1,566.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $1,961.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $2,277.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $2,559.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $4,158.17 |
Rates for 10-20% are the same regardless of dependents. Dependent additions apply at 30%+. View complete rate tables →
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